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Labour Minister confirms return to labour reform: 'It is inevitable'

Minister Rosário Palma Ramalho confirmed in Parliament on 26 October the government's intention to revisit the Labour Code reform next year, initially focusing on two specific measures: wage transparency and digital platforms.

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If you work in Portugal, particularly via digital platforms or in roles affected by upcoming wage transparency rules, labour laws are set to change next year.

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